Acts 2:14

Authorized King James Version

But Peter, standing up with the eleven, lifted up his voice, and said unto them, Ye men of Judaea, and all ye that dwell at Jerusalem, be this known unto you, and hearken to my words:

Word-by-Word Analysis

Σταθεὶς

G2476

standing up

to stand (transitively or intransitively), used in various applications (literally or figuratively)

δὲ

G1161

But

but, and, etc

Πέτρος

G4074

Peter

a (piece of) rock (larger than g3037); as a name, petrus, an apostle

σὺν

G4862

with

with or together (but much closer than g3326 or g3844), i.e., by association, companionship, process, resemblance, possession, instrumentality, additi

τοῖς

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

ἕνδεκα

G1733

the eleven

one and ten, i.e., eleven

ἐπῆρεν

G1869

lifted up

to raise up (literally or figuratively)

τὴν

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

φωνὴν

G5456

voice

a tone (articulate, bestial or artificial); by implication, an address (for any purpose), saying or language

#10

αὐτοῖς

G846

unto them

the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

#11

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#12

ἀπεφθέγξατο

G669

said

to enunciate plainly, i.e., declare

#13

αὐτοῖς

G846

unto them

the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

#14

Ἄνδρες

G435

Ye men

a man (properly as an individual male)

#15

Ἰουδαῖοι

G2453

of Judaea

judaean, i.e., belonging to jehudah

#16

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#17

οἱ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#18

κατοικοῦντες

G2730

ye that dwell

to house permanently, i.e., reside (literally or figuratively)

#19

Ἰερουσαλὴμ

G2419

at Jerusalem

hierusalem (i.e., jerushalem), the capitol of palestine

#20

ἅπαντες,

G537

all

absolutely all or (singular) every one

#21

τοῦτο

G5124

this

that thing

#22

ὑμῖν

G5213

unto you

to (with or by) you

#23

γνωστὸν

G1110

known

well-known

#24

ἔστω

G2077

be thou; also ??????? <pronunciation strongs="es'-to-san"/>, third person of the same; let them be

#25

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#26

ἐνωτίσασθε

G1801

hearken

to take in one's ear, i.e., to listen

#27

τὰ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#28

ῥήματά

G4487

words

an utterance (individually, collectively or specially),; by implication, a matter or topic (especially of narration, command or dispute); with a negat

#29

μου

G3450

to my

of me

Analysis

Within the broader context of Acts, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Acts.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Acts Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?

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